Andrew Bardsley

2 days ago | msn.com | Andrew Bardsley

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3 days ago | manchestereveningnews.co.uk | Andrew Bardsley

His death was announced this morningPope Francis died after suffering a stroke, the Vatican has said. The 88-year-old suffered a cerebral stroke that led to a coma and irreversible heart failure, it has been announced. The cause of his death was announced this evening as a Rosary prayer began in St Peter’s Square, Vatican City, in its first public commemoration following Pope Francis’s death. Cardinal Mauro Gambetti, archpriest of St Peter’s Basilica, led the prayer as the sun set.

3 days ago | manchestereveningnews.co.uk | Andrew Bardsley

Next weekend's forecast so far looks positiveAfter some mixed Easter weather, there is some good news on the horizon. Following some more varied weather to come this week, next weekend is set to be marked by sunny spells and temperatures of almost 20C. It is also currently forecast to stay dry. Here is the Met Office's forecast for Manchester for the coming days. Sunny intervals changing to light showers by lunchtime. Low of 8C, with a high of 16C.

3 days ago | manchestereveningnews.co.uk | Andrew Bardsley

Dale's Easter Monday fixture against AFC Fylde featured tributes to Joe, who died aged 36The life of the late Joe Thompson was celebrated during Rochdale's game at Spotland today. A minute's applause was held before Dale's Easter Monday home fixture against AFC Fylde. Managers laid flowers and a shirt bearing his name in the centre of the pitch. All of the Rochdale players wore shirts with 'Thompson' on the back for the first half of the game, which ended 0-0.

3 days ago | manchestereveningnews.co.uk | Maria Letícia Gomes |Kirsten McStay |Andrew Bardsley

Conclave stars Ralph FiennesA timely thriller chronicling the twists and turns of a papal conclave is available to watch online. The sad death of Pope Francis was announced by the Vatican this morning. The pontiff had been hospitalised earlier this year after suffering bronchitis. He was discharged and appeared before the crowds in Rome yesterday for Easter Sunday. Conclave, featuring Ralph Fiennes and directed by Edward Berger, is an adaptation of the bestselling novel by Robert Harris.